Day Trips from Kochi to Kerala Backwaters

Travelers with limited time in Kerala can still enjoy one of the highlights of the southern state: a cruise on the backwaters in a converted traditional rice barge. You’ll be picked up from Kochi and transported to your boat in a comfortable private car. Relax in the shade on board and watch the coconut palms, calm waters, and small villages go by as you indulge in a tasty local lunch.

Explore the backwaters of Kerala by houseboat cruise that includes an overnight stay on the boat with a small group of no more than 10 travelers. Glide across Vembanad Lake, see waterside villages, taste typical Kerala cuisine, and enjoy the tranquil scenery on this overnight trip from Kochi. On the second day, tour Kochi by car to visit the Chinese fishing nets, Santa Cruz Basilica, Mattancherry Palace, St Francis Church, and more.  Includes houseboat cruise, Kochi tour, guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the picturesque backwaters of Alleppey or Kumarakom on a houseboat cruise during a private full-day tour from Kochi. You'll glide across the rural waterways of Kerala on a houseboat cruise that includes snacks, tea, and traditional Keralese lunch served onboard. Watch the locals on the riverbanks as you pass small villages, farms, and homes that are typical of the region. Your tour includes a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle, houseboat cruise, snacks and lunch, and pickup and drop-off from your hotel or Kochi Airport.

If your ship is stopping at Kochi Port and you are looking for a private shore excursion, look no further than this tour .We will pick you up from Kochi Port and will drop you back in evening by 5:30 near your ship. Please note that you will be provided with a trusted driver who can communicate with you and understand English and he will pick you up from Ship in a private vehicle and will drop you back as well. This individual is not a guide.  Enjoy a private, seven hour houseboat day cruise in Alleppey or Kumarakom with Kerala lunch, tea, and snacks. Along the way you'll also behold sights of backwater village life and a number of activities. While on the cruise, enjoy Kerala food on a banana leaf for lunch from our Chef and dine on traditional Kerala snacks in the evening like banana fritters and sukhiyan.

Hello! Cruise Passengers to Kochi. No mass tourism, but experiences that allow you to truly connect with locals. Skip the line ! Book a thrifty group Tour! You are met at the Cruise Terminal of Cochin Port with pager board of your name. The tours are customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. We ensure your timely return after the tour. Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience. We have following tours in and neighborhood of Kochi. 1. Fort Kochi, Jewish Town, European, and Jewish Heritage. 2. Cochin and Kumarakom Tour.  

Hello! "Cruise " Passengers to Kochi India..Skip the expensive shore excursions ! Book a Thrifty Group Tour ! You will be met by our staff by the side of the ship holding the pager board with your name.  Comfortable transportation, entertaining and enriching travel experience, and traveling sustainable. The tours are customized to suit the arrival and departure schedule of your ship to ensure you have a worry free Shore Excursion. We ensure your timely return after the tour. Tours. 1. Glimpses of Kochi. Fort Kochi and Jewish Town to visit Chinese Fishing Nets St. Francis Church, Synagogue. Ditch Palace and Shopping plus your wish. 2.. Kerala Backwater Excursion and Explore Heritage Cochin,  This tour gives you a morning drive to the backwater region of Kerala. After the backwaters drive back to Fort Kochi and Jewish Town for Chinese Fishing Nets and Dutch Place.

Step into a serene and picturesque world on our punting boat day trip through Kerala's backwaters. You'll glide along calm waterways, visiting charming villages where you can witness local women expertly crafting things from coconut leaves. These villages offer a glimpse into the unhurried and simple life of Kerala's people. As you soak in the breathtaking natural beauty, you'll encounter a variety of birds and lush greenery. You'll also have the chance to see how coconut husks are turned into useful ropes and mats, a skill that has been passed down for generations. This journey is an opportunity to connect with the heart and soul of Kerala's backwaters, appreciating its rich culture and traditions, while enjoying the beauty of nature and the warmth of its people. It's an evening filled with unique experiences you won't want to miss! ( Please note : This is a group tour not a private tour)

Experience the charm of Kerala's untouched backwaters on a serene half - day punting houseboat tour. Just an hour's drive from Cochin, this eco - friendly cruise takes you through a quiet, unspoiled village, where life moves at a peaceful rhythm. Glide through narrow canals on a traditional punting boat, soaking in the beauty of lush greenery, coconut groves, and local village life. Enjoy an authentic Kerala vegetarian lunch served on a banana leaf in a beautiful setting. A perfect escape in to nature, this tour offers a glimpse in to the timeless charm of Kerala's backwaters

Combine nature with culture on a full-day cruise down Kerala's backwaters on a punting boat. Glide silently on a non-motorized boat, visiting villages to see local life and traditional crafts like turning coconut husks into ropes and mats. Enjoy a vegetarian lunch on banana leaves and a tea session during a canoe ride, all within a day tour starting and ending in Kochi.

Kerala is famed for its natural beauty, but to see the best this region has to offer, visiting by car just won’t cut it. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, this off-shore excursion explores the tranquil Keralan backwaters by houseboat. Drift along coconut paddies and between picturesque villages, learn about traditional livelihoods and see how coconut husks are crafted into ropes and mats, and spot birds and other native wildlife.

Step into a serene and picturesque world on our punting boat day trip through Kerala's backwaters. You'll glide along calm waterways, visiting charming villages where you can witness local women expertly crafting things from coconut leaves. These villages offer a glimpse into the unhurried and simple life of Keralites. As you soak in the breathtaking natural beauty, you'll encounter a variety of birds and lush greenery. You'll also have the chance to see how coconut husks are turned into useful ropes and mats, a skill passed down for generations. This journey is an opportunity to connect with the heart and soul of Kerala's backwaters, appreciating its rich culture and traditions, while enjoying the beauty of nature and the warmth of its people. It's a day filled with unique experiences you won't want to miss! ( Please note : This is a group tour not a private tour)

Combine a tuk-tuk (autorickshaw) tour of Kochi with a cruise through the backwaters on this tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Kochi's cruise terminal. You'll start with a visit to historic Kochi, where your autorickshaw driver will show you highlights such as the Chinese Fishing Nets, Santa Cruz Cathedral Basilica, Mattancherry Palace, and the Paradesi Synagogue. After your tour, you'll board a boat for an hour-long cruise through the backwaters.

Trade the bustle of the city for the quiet of Kerala's famed backwaters on this group tour, which includes round-trip transportation from Fort Cochin. You'll take in the scenery from aboard a non-mechanized country boat, passing villages and natural landscapes. You'll return to Fort Cochin after dining on an included lunch of vegetarian fare.

This incredible tour showcases the best of Kerala and creates the perfect opportunity to enjoy rural South Indian life. Enjoy a rival cruise along the Alleppey backwaters in a traditional house boat. Savor the flavors of local Kerala cuisine cooked on board and tour Fort Cochin, see the famous Chinese fishing nets, check out St Francis Church and tour Dhobi Khana.